Since the European Parliament returned from summer recess, campaigning has been constant on this government’s mishandling of Brexit. Their shambolic negotiating strategy is costing thousands of jobs in the West Midlands, and the UK hasn’t even left the EU yet.

It is fair to say that never has any government so catastrophically mismanaged a vital national issue.

Mr Simon said:

“As the Tories continue their internal squabbles, Britain heads towards the EU exit door with no plan, at risk of crashing out of the single market without a plan B.

“We need real leadership that will fight for the particular needs of the West Midlands. Our jobs, manufacturing, and regional economy depend on it. Where is the West Midlands Brexit action plan after 100 days? Or even a direction of travel? Nowhere in both cases, the Tories have no idea what to do.”